Nuclear Med/PET/CT Technologist - Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center - Full Time
About The Position
The Nuclear Medicine (NM) and Dual Mode Single-photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT) and Dual Mode Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologist is responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under the direction/supervision of the Radiation Safety Officer and Physician Authorized Users. Assist physicians with performing and viewing of NM and PET/CT procedures by preparing and positioning patients for scanning, prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, and operates nuclear medicine instruments, nuclear medicine imaging equipment to include SPECT, SPECT/CT and PET/CT imaging equipment. Is responsible for using radiation safety practices and performing the required quality control procedures on all nuclear medicine equipment. Procedures performed include preparation, administration, documentation and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals with strict adherence to the principles of radiation safety, the conditions of the Radioactive Materials License and all California State and Federal regulatory requirements. Assist staff with providing care to patients who have been administered radiopharmaceuticals and the safe and appropriate disposal of radioactive waste.
Requirements
- Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school for Nuclear Medicine technology that meets the requirements for the State of California and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
- California Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technology (N)(ARRT) - ARRT -REQUIRED
- NMTCB Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED
- Certified Computed Tomography (CT)(ARRT) - ARRT -REQUIRED
- Certified Computed Tomography Technology NMTCB(CT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board -REQUIRED
- Certified Computed Tomography (CT)(ARRT) or Certified Computed Tomography Technology NMTCB(CT) is required within 90 days of hire date.
Nice To Haves
- 2 Years Experience in radiology.
Responsibilities
- Customer Service
- Documentation
- Patient Education
- Quality of Care
- Quality of Exams
- Radiation Safety
- Staff Training and Professional Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
